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– A federal judge has thrown out a lawsuit by taxi and limo companies against the city of Newark over what they claim is preferential treatment given to ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft.The judge ruled Wednesday that Newark is allowed to treat the ride-hailing companies differently because they operate differently.The taxi companies sued last year, claiming Uber and Lyft should have to abide by the same rules as they do regarding background checks and insurance requirements..

Judge throws out Newark cab companies’ lawsuit over Uber deal

– NEWARK — A federal judge has thrown out a lawsuit filed by several cab and limousine companies alleging Newark violated the rights of taxi drivers by applying a different set of rules to online ride-hailing companies like Uber.U.S. District Court Judge William Walls said Wednesday different treatment and regulation was allowed because ride-sharing companies like Uber and Lyft operate differently than regular taxis.The dismissal comes as similar battles take place around the country between traditional taxi companies and mobile app-driven ride companies..

Taxi companies’ lawsuit against Newark over Uber is tossed

– Ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft operate differently from traditional taxi companies and therefore don’t have to be subject to the same regulations, a federal judge wrote this week in dismissing a lawsuit against the city of Newark filed by several taxi and limo companies.U.S. District Judge William Walls’ ruling Wednesday is the latest chapter in the dispute between taxi companies and New Jersey’s largest city over how the ride-hailing companies are regulated — or not — and whether that illegally gives them an advantage.It’s a battle being fought in states and cities around the country as the ride-hailing companies gain a greater foothold among a younger demographic accustomed to using smartphones to meet many of their needs..